🧬 Our Research Team

Dedicated scientists working at the intersection of AI and marine biology

Our multidisciplinary team brings together expertise in artificial intelligence, marine biology, bioacoustics, and conservation to advance our understanding of dolphin communication and intelligence.

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Dr. Maya Chen

Lead AI Researcher & Founder

Leading the DolphinGemma AI project, Dr. Chen specializes in applying machine learning to bioacoustic analysis. Previously worked at CETI (Cetacean Translation Initiative) and holds a PhD in Computer Science from MIT.

Machine Learning Bioacoustics NLP
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Dr. James Torres

Marine Biologist & Field Coordinator

With 15 years of field research experience, Dr. Torres oversees data collection and dolphin population studies. Specializes in bottlenose dolphin behavior and has published extensively on signature whistles.

Marine Biology Behavioral Ecology Field Research
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Dr. Aisha Patel

Senior Data Scientist

Develops neural network architectures for acoustic pattern recognition. Expert in signal processing and has contributed to major breakthroughs in real-time vocalization classification.

Deep Learning Signal Processing Python/TensorFlow
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Dr. Sarah Mitchell

Conservation Director

Bridges research and policy, working with governments and NGOs to implement science-based conservation strategies. Former advisor to NOAA and the International Whaling Commission.

Conservation Policy Marine Protected Areas Advocacy
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Marcus Johnson

Acoustic Engineer

Designs and maintains our underwater recording arrays. Develops custom hydrophone systems for long-term field deployment and ensures high-quality data capture in challenging marine environments.

Acoustics Hardware Design Signal Analysis
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Elena Rodriguez

PhD Candidate & Research Assistant

Studying dolphin social networks through communication patterns. Analyzing how signature whistles are used in different social contexts and investigating potential "dialects" among dolphin populations.

Social Networks Behavioral Analysis Data Visualization

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We're always looking for talented researchers, engineers, and conservationists passionate about understanding dolphin intelligence and protecting marine life.

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